The Cleanroom Gloves Market is estimated to be valued at USD 3,519.1 Mn in 2030

A newly published report by Coherent Market Insights reveals a sustainable growth opportunity in the cleanroom gloves market. Coherent Market Insights’ analyst projected the cleanroom gloves market to be valued at USD 3,519.1 Mn in 2030. It is expected to exhibit a CAGR of 9.8 % over the forecast period 2022-2030.

Increasing demand from the pharmaceutical industry drives market growth. Cleanroom environments are essential for manufacturing drugs as they prevent contamination by microorganisms, dust, and other pollutants. Cleanroom gloves help maintain aseptic conditions in pharmaceutical manufacturing.

Moreover, rising expenditure on healthcare infrastructure and facilities globally is also favoring market growth. For instance, in 2019, China’s healthcare expenditure rose 9.7% year-on-year to nearly USD 840 billion.

Key market trends include Powder-Free Gloves – Powder-free gloves are increasingly being used in cleanrooms as powders from conventional powdered gloves can cause contamination. Several players are focusing on developing advanced powder-free gloves made from materials like nitrile, neoprene, vinyl, and latex to meet the rising demand.

Sustainability – Companies are investing in developing cleanroom gloves from sustainable materials like bamboo/plant-based fibers to reduce dependency on latex and synthetic rubber. For instance, Ansell offers the EcoPure bamboo-based line of cleanroom gloves made from rapidly renewable bamboo instead of petroleum-based materials.

Cleanroom Gloves Market Opportunities: By raw material– Nitrile gloves are expected to dominate the cleanroom gloves market during the forecast period. Nitrile gloves offer better puncture and abrasion resistance as compared to latex and vinyl gloves. They are powder-free and provide high sensitivity while performing delicate tasks inside cleanrooms. Also, nitrile gloves are best suited for individuals who are allergic to latex. Their durable nature and resistance to oils, chemicals and acids make them ideal for use in the semiconductor, pharmaceutical and medical device industries.

By end user -The hospital & clinics segment is poised to gain major traction in the cleanroom gloves market during the forecast years. Growing prevalence of hospital-acquired infections and stringent regulations regarding infection control and prevention are augmenting the demand for cleanroom gloves from hospitals and clinics. Also, increasing healthcare spending and focus on advanced sterilization practices are fueling the sales of sterile and non-sterile cleanroom gloves for clinical settings.

Key Market Takeaways: The global cleanroom gloves market is anticipated to witness a CAGR of 9.8% during the forecast period 2022-2030. This is owing to stringent regulatory mandates regarding quality production in industries.

On the basis of raw material, nitrile gloves segment is expected to hold a dominant position, accounting for over 30% market share by 2030. This is due to its high puncture and chemical resistance.

On the basis of category, the sterile gloves segment dominates currently. However, non-sterile gloves segment is poised to register highest CAGR during the forecast period.

On the basis of end user, the hospital & clinics segment is expected to hold a dominant position over the forecast period, due to rising cases of hospital-acquired infections.

North America is dominating the global cleanroom gloves market and is expected to continue its dominance, owing to well-established healthcare infrastructure and stringent regulatory environment in the region.

Competitor Insights: Key players operating in the cleanroom gloves market include Semperit AG Holding, Dia Rubber Co. Ltd., Asiatic Fiber Corporation, Woojin ACT Co. Ltd., Kimberly-Clark Corporation, Riverstone Holdings, Careplus Group Berhad, UG Healthcare Corporation, Nitritex Limited, Valutek, Jiujiang Haorui Industry & Trade Co. Ltd., Ansell Healthcare.

Recent Developments: In February 2023 Ansell Ltd. announced that it would be acquiring Careplus (M) Sdn Bhd (Careplus) in order to increase its surgical glove production capacity. This calculated action aims to increase supply chain efficiency, mitigate the growing demand for surgical gloves worldwide, and strengthen product quality control. More information in full report